Joe Osborne
Joe Osborne
9+ years experience 9+ years experience
An OG of gambling Twitter, Joe is an industry veteran who loves the entertainment aspect of the sports betting industry. His opinions are always backed by data and he enjoys digging into the numbers and coming up with interesting nuggets to share with sports bettors.
Joe takes a high-energy and fun approach to covering his favorite sports which include the NFL, MLB, UFC, NBA and NHL, and there’s no bet type he loves more than an NFL six-point teaser. Joe is the host of our daily sports betting program, Before You Bet, while he also leads our weekly UFC show, P4P Picks, and our 'Covers on the Ground' series where he's covered many UFC, NFL and NBA games in person. A monthly highlight for Joe is conducting interviews with UFC legend Georges St-Pierre ahead of every UFC PPV.
Outside of his work at Covers, Joe has appeared on many top media brands including ESPN Radio, Mad Dog Sports Radio, VSIN, TSN, and SportsNet. He always recommends not reading too much into narratives when placing your bets as those factors are already cooked into the lines set by oddsmakers.
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: The Rocky series
Sports snack: Wings & beer
Covers feature: League Trends
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Week 12 NFL Betting Trends: Steelers Running Hot Inside the Division
While there are only 13 games on the NFL slate for Week 12, Joe Osborne has found a meaningful trend for each contest.
Before You Bet: NFL, NCAAF, and MLB Best Bets from Joe Osborne & Co.
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Week 11 NFL Betting Trends: KC Elite as Underdog
The Chiefs have gone 19-4-1 ATS in their last 24 games as an underdog, which is simply ludicrous. They're dogs against the Bills on Sunday and headline Joe Osborne's favorite Week 11 NFL betting trends.
Last Minute College Football Week 12 Picks & Predictions
Brad Powers is banking on a trio of big underdogs for today's Week 12 slate. Check out his best bets before the action gets underway!
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: GSP Expects Netflix Bout to Be a Glorified Sparring Match
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is being billed as the fight of the year, but Georges St-Pierre believes fans should temper their expectations. He shares his thoughts - and hopes - for tonight's heavyweight clash.
UFC 309: GSP Believes Jon Jones Will Step Down Following Miocic Fight
What else does Jon Jones have left to accomplish in the world of MMA? Nothing, according to Georges St-Pierre, who believes the Light Heavyweight champ should hang 'em up after UFC 309.
Week 10 NFL Betting Trends: Jets Grounded
The Jets have covered in just three of their last 15 road games and find themselves listed as underdogs in Arizona this weekend. They highlight our Week 10 NFL trends below.
Week 9 NFL Betting Trends: Ravens Fall Short as Heavy Chalk
Despite Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' dominance on offense, Baltimore tends to disappoint when favored by a touchdown or more. Joe Osborne has more below.
Week 8 NFL Betting Trends: Niners Proving Vulnerable in Santa Clara
A litany of injuries has contributed to the Niners going just 2-9 ATS in their last 11 home games. Might that trend continue with America's Team in town for Week 8?
Week 7 NFL Betting Trends: More Fireworks for Ravens & Buccaneers?
Both the Ravens and Bucs have scored 30+ points in three straight games. Can they continue this red-hot trend under the prime-time lights and against one another? Find out what Joe Osborne says on this one and more below!
Week 6 NFL Betting Trends: How About Another Joke, Murray?
Kyler Murray has been the ultimate tease following big wins, and the Arizona Cardinals quarterback headlines our most notable trends ahead of a loaded Week 6 slate.
Week 5 NFL Betting Trends: No Momentum for Atlanta
NFL betting trends may not be the "be-all and end-all' of NFL handicapping, but if you look in the right spots, you'll find some great pieces of information. Luckily for you, Joe Osborne breaks down the best betting trends ahead of Week 5.
Week 4 NFL Betting Trends: Can Broncos Come Out Running vs Jets?
If you've been betting the Broncos in the Sean Payton era, you've at least gotten a run for your money most times. Find out how you can take advantage of Denver's propensity for fast starts and much more in Joe Osborne's best NFL trends for Week 4.
Week 3 NFL Betting Trends: Leos Looking to Bounce Back
Dan Campbell & Co. don't take kindly to losing, with trends citing they typically bounce back in strong fashion after dropping a game.
Week 2 NFL Betting Trends: Fireworks in the AFC East
With plenty of talking points coming out of Week 1, our NFL betting expert cautions you to pump the breaks on the hot takes. Instead, let these betting trends guide you into the black for Week 2 NFL action.
Week 1 NFL Betting Trends: Cowboys Can't Buy a Win in Big Games
Whenever Dak Prescott and the Cowboys are penned as underdogs, "America's Team" repeatedly falls short of the mark. Find out more as Dallas headlines Joe Osborne's favorite NFL trends ahead of the Week 1 slate.
Georges St-Pierre vs Floyd Mayweather? It Nearly Happened According to Former UFC Champ
Two of the most accomplished combat sports stars of all-time nearly went head-to-head. Get the backstory of the greatest fight that never happened from UFC Hall of Famer Georges St-Pierre.
What a Rush! Georges St-Pierre Weighs in on UFC 300
We asked Georges St-Pierre for his views on UFC 300 in Las Vegas, and the multi-division champion didn't pull any punches. Check out his hard-hitting takes on the organization's biggest event yet.
Georges St-Pierre Reveals His Mount RUSHmore of UFC Fighters
It takes one to know one. We sat down with Georges St-Pierre to find out whom he considers to be the four greatest fighters in MMA history.
MLB Odds: Best Bargains and Biggest Rip-offs for the 2024 Season
The MLB season is fast approaching and our MLB expert Joe Osborne is chomping at the bit to get going. If you're lookin to dive into season long futures markets, Joe has you covered with some of the best bargains and biggest rip-offs this sesaon.
